0 the right of different groups of people to have a similar social position and receive the same treatment:
equality between the sexes
racial equality
the government department responsible for equalities
1 the right of different groups of people to receive the same treatment:
racial equality
2 a situation in which men and women, people of different races, religions, etc. are all treated fairly and have the same opportunities:
She works as an adviser on equality and diversity at the Institute of Personnel and Development.
promote/campaign for/fight for equality The 2005 law was intended to promote equality for all Californians, regardless of sexual orientation.
equality for sb The Iowa Constitution has lived up to its promises of equality for everyone.
equality between sb and sb The principle of equality between foreign and domestic investors needs to be adhered to more closely.
equality policies/laws/legislation
Civil rights include freedom, equality in law and in employment, and the right to vote.
Gandhi was loved and revered for his unceasing struggle for freedom and equality.
Sexual equality will not be achieved until there is more provision for childcare.
The commission discussed ways of combatting poverty and increasing social equality in the member countries.
